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We help home shuckers choose the right oyster knives, gloves, kits, and accessories so you can buy confidently and shuck safely.

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Want the simple answer? These are the first places we would start for most home oyster lovers.

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Beginner oyster knife

Best Oyster Knife for Most People

A simple, sturdy starting point for home shuckers.

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Oyster shucking glove

Best Oyster Shucking Gloves

The safety item beginners should not skip.

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Premium Oyster Knife

A better-feeling knife for frequent oyster nights or gifts.

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Beginner Setup

The Easy Starter Setup

If you are just getting started, keep it simple. A good oyster knife, a cut-resistant glove, and a basic safety guide are enough for most home shuckers.

  • One sturdy oyster knife
  • One cut-resistant glove
  • A towel or stable surface
  • A quick safety walkthrough before your first oyster
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Simple, safe, and easier than trying to sort through dozens of products.

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Beginner Oyster Knife

A practical first oyster knife for most home shuckers.

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A nicer upgrade for frequent shuckers, oyster lovers, and gifts.

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Safety First

Do Not Skip the Glove

A cut-resistant glove is one of the easiest ways to make oyster shucking safer, especially when you are still learning.

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Learn Before You Shuck

Before opening your first oyster, learn the safe hand position, where to insert the knife, and what not to do.

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Start with the basic oyster knife and add a cut-resistant glove. That is the easiest setup for most beginners.

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2018 Oyster Cook-Off Gulf Shores, AL

It's that time of year! If you are going to be anywhere near Gulf Shores, AL, on November 2 or 3, 2018, make your plans to attend the 2018 Oyster Cook-Off and Craft Beer Weekend.

The event this year will feature several great chefs, including:

Cory Bahr (Next Food Network Star)
Martie Duncan (Next Food Network Star)
Chris Lilly (5x Memphis in May Grand Champion)
Jim Smith (Top Chef)
Justin Warner (Next Food Network Star)
Linkie Marais (Next Food Network Star)
Carl Ruiz (Guy's Grocery Games)
Pete Blohme of Panini Pete's (Guy's Grocery Games)

 Tickets include admission to a musical performance by country star Michael Ray.

For more information, or for tickets, see www.hangoutcookoff.com

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The event attracts top restaurateurs, chefs and oyster farmers to celebrate one of the Gulf of Mexico’s greatest treasures, the oyster. Attendees will have the chance to indulge in hundreds of dishes served by over 50 chefs and attend cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs. The festival will also feature a music stage headlined by county star Michael Ray.

Since its inception in 2008, the Oyster Cook-Off has been shining a spotlight on Alabama Gulf Seafood and Southern oyster recipes from Rockefeller to Cajun. The Pensacola News Journal has dubbed the event “a foodie paradise.”

The Cook-Off is also home to the North American Oyster Showcase, a gorgeous raw bar with one of the largest selections of raw oysters curated and flown in fresh from the best boutique oyster farms on the continent. Attendees can enjoy and compare oysters from the Gulf side-by-side with varieties from Pacific Northwest, New England and the Mid-Atlantic. Oysters farmers from far and wide will be on hand to shuck and talk with attendees.

New attractions this year include interactive sessions on the Rouses Markets’ Hands-On Cooking Stage, where attendees will be led through tastings by expert, award-winning chefs and mixologists. The Cook-Off also features a craft beer village, SEC football on the big screen, a champagne lounge and its famous Bloody Mary Bars.

The Big Green Egg Chef Presentation Stage lineup features Martie Duncan (Food Network Star), Cory Bahr (Food Network Star), Jim Smith (Top Chef), Chris Lilly (5x Memphis in May winner), Justin Warner (Food Network Star) Carl Ruiz (Guy’s Grocery Games) and more.

Additionally, attendees won’t want to miss a live performance by Michael Ray.

VIP attendees will receive access to exclusive chef tastings, meet & greet opportunities and admission to a “Chef’s Only” private after party. VIP tickets are limited and sell out annually.

General Admission and VIP tickets for this celebration of food and drink are on sale now at www.hangoutcookoff.com.

About Michael Ray
Country singer-songwriter, Michael Ray, was a hit right out of the box scoring both with critics and on the charts. The Florida native debuted with two number one singles (“Kiss You in the Morning” and “Think a Little Less”) on his 2015 self-titled album. His sophomore album, Amos was released on June 1, 2018, featuring the hit single “Get to You.”

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Featured Restaurants
The Cook-Off will feature chefs competing for cash and prizes. Each restaurant will be serving up Rockefeller, Gulf Coast Cajun and Raw Oysters for everyone to taste. Participating restaurants and chefs include:

Bistro V (Birmingham, AL)
Odette (Florence, AL)
Coast Restaurant at The Beach Club (Gulf Shores, AL)
Gulf Island Grill (Gulf Shores, AL)
The Royal Oyster (Gulf Shores, AL)
Kitchen on George (Mobile, AL)
The Noble South (Mobile, AL)
Central (Montgomery, AL)
Rotolo’s Pizzeria (Orange Beach, AL)
Voyagers at Perdido Beach Resort (Orange Beach, AL)
Kimball House (Decatur, GA)
Hugo’s Oyster Bar (Roswell, GA)
Mississippi Seafood (Cleveland, MS)
Local 463 Urban Kitchen (Jackson, MS)
Saltine (Nashville, TN)
Guerrilla Gourmet (Victoria, TX)
Picnic Beach (Gulf Shores, AL)
Sunliner Diner (Gulf Shores, AL)
The Hangout (Gulf Shores, AL)
The Gulf - Orange Beach (Orange Beach, AL)
The Gulf - Okaloosa Island (Orange Beach, AL)

Chefs, talent and bands subject to change.

Ticket Information
Saturday General Admission: $10
Includes admission to Saturday’s Oyster Cook-off, chef demo viewing, live music and much more. Food and beverage are not included with admission.

Weekend VIP: $150
Includes to the Cook-Off on Saturday. VIP’s will also receive exclusive chef tastings, chef meet & greets, admission to a “Chef’s Only” private after party on Saturday night, and more. The VIP area is a great place to chill or meet up with friends, featuring relaxed seating and a private bar.

Tasting Ticket Booklets: $30 in Advance
Tasting ticket booklets include 15 tickets each and are utilized to purchase oyster tastings at all restaurants and demo booths. Each oyster is equivalent to one tasting ticket.

Children 12 and under are free.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.HangoutCookoff.com.
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